APOE
Key Takeaways
- The APOE alleles are important in understanding your Alzheimer’s risk, and the data is found in your 23andMe raw data file (if you want to know).
- APOE is involved in carrying cholesterol and other fats in your bloodstream, and a common variant of the gene is strongly linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s.[ref]
- Alzheimer’s risk is influenced by both genetics and environmental factors. Genes are only one part of the equation for Alzheimer’s.
- Knowing your risk can help you prioritize lifestyle changes for the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease. Clinical trials and high-quality studies show that there are many options to help prevent Alzheimer’s.